Sunday, May 13, 2018

on the road again

Well, make that, on the path again. As spring is unfolding here, cycle tourists have begun to arrive in their usual large numbers. This section of the area's cycling super highway (Loire à Velo) runs right through central Amboise. Normally, the path is asphalt but along this short section it is a stone extension of the levee seen in the lower left. The Loire river is off to the right. So come join the crowds "that are goin' places they've never been, seein' things they may never see again". (Tip of the hat to Willie.)

About Amboise

Amboise is a town of some 13,000 inhabitants on the Loire river about two hours south of Paris by car or train. The Loire river valley is home to over 50 châteaux including Chenonceau, Chambord, Villandry, and of course the château at Amboise. Tourism plays a huge role in the economy as the area draws tourists who come to tour the châteaux, taste the local wines and goat cheeses, and ride the many bike trails and routes.

Here is link to a drone's eye view of Amboise provided by the Tourist Office.

About Me

I am an American who retired from technology and moved to Amboise to pursue my hobbies of travel, photography, and woodworking and to share the good life with my wife Elizabeth.
You may contact me at StuartByrom@gmail.com.